The story begins with Japanese rugby officials reflecting on a humiliating anniversary, the 1995 World Cup defeat by the New Zealand All Blacks, which they lost 145-17. Officials are unsure about their decision to hire Eddie Jones as their national team coach for the 2015 World Cup. Jones intends to challenge convention in order to prevent Japan from becoming the laughingstock of the rugby world.
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The story begins with Japanese rugby officials reflecting on a humiliating anniversary, the 1995 World Cup defeat by the New Zealand All Blacks, which they lost 145-17. Officials are unsure about their decision to hire Eddie Jones as their national team coach for the 2015 World Cup. Jones intends to challenge convention in order to prevent Japan from becoming the laughingstock of the rugby world.
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